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Today's headlines from across the North Bay.

Veronica Elizabeth Prado, 15, was reported missing Friday from Rohnert Park and remained missing Monday afternoon, according to police.
Veronica Elizabeth Prado, 15, was reported missing Friday from Rohnert Park and remained missing Monday afternoon, according to police. (Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety)

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Search Continues For Rohnert Park Girl, 15, Reported Missing

Police say her parents woke up in the middle of the night to find that she was gone and had left a note for them.

"I want to be a part of society again. I miss it," said one resident of Marin County, where retailers can reopen starting Monday.

Survey Paints Dire Picture Of COVID-19's Impact On Bay Area Restaurants

A new survey shows that 60% of Bay Area restaurants are losing money by staying open, and nearly two-thirds have laid off most employees.

9 More Coronavirus Deaths Confirmed At Vallejo Nursing Home

The county previously confirmed two deaths at Windsor Vallejo Care Center.

Plate-Reading Cameras Help Sausalito Police Find Stolen Pickup

A transient was arrested and booked into Marin County Jail for possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of burglary tools, police said.

California Eases Reopening Criteria; Stage 3 May Be Weeks Away

Most California counties can now reopen more quickly, while in-store shopping and pro sports could resume by June, Gov. Gavin Newsom said.

Coronavirus In California: What To Know Monday, May 18

Here's a roundup of all the coronavirus developments in California as of May 18.

From the weekend:

Marin Supervisors Video Meetings Open To Public Comment

Starting Tuesday, the public will be able to chime in during Marin County Board of Supervisors meetings, being held over videoconference.

Crews Repair Gas Leak In Corte Madera

A gas leak in Corte Madera has been repaired, authorities said Saturday afternoon, hours after fire crews and PG&E responded.

Novato Freeway Shooting Under Investigation, CHP Says

Authorities are investigating after a person said they were shot at Friday by an unknown person in a Honda Civic on Highway 101 in Novato.

Many Marin County Parks, Trails To Reopen Next Week

Relaxed parking restrictions announced Friday will allow many of Marin County's parks and trailheads to reopen next week, officials said.

2 At-Risk Teens Missing In Rohnert Park

Rohnert Park police asked for the public's help Friday in finding two missing youths.

California Child Care Providers Struggling To Stay In Business

When they do reopen following the coronavirus crisis, they'll serve fewer children and face added costs.

CA Students' Anxiety, Depression Increases During School Closures

School closures were intended to keep students safe during the pandemic, but for many, it's ushered in a different set of dangers.

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